activator

noun

as in catalyst

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Recent Examples of activator Layer on the base coat, activator, and color (choose from 15 vibrant, acrylic-free shades) before sealing it all with a topcoat. — Madison San Miguel, Allure, 30 Oct. 2026 The Manor House also comes with a fully accessible ramp and a push-button door activator on entry. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026 The activator transforms the silicon and aluminum into a structure that will look like cement. — Alcina Johnson Sudagar, The Conversation, 12 Feb. 2026 The process is repeated for strength and opacity before the nail is sealed with activator and a glossy topcoat. — Georgia Day, Vogue, 24 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for activator
  1. catalyst
  2. generator
  3. driver
  4. trigger
  5. stimulus
  6. executor
  7. power
  8. incentive
Noun
  • The muon is typically ejected, freeing it to create a new exotic atom and restart the cycle; thus, the muon is acting as a catalyst, a nuclear matchmaker.
    — George Musser, Quanta Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Within consumer staples, Kimberly-Clark is my preference thanks to the Kenvue acquisition catalyst.
    — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of catalyst
Noun
  • Engineers are also working on the advanced radioisotope thermoelectric generators to maximize power output for deep-space environments.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Long story short, campers stay warmer on cold nights and cooler on hot nights without a loud, emissions-spewing engine or generator running in the background.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of generator
Noun
  • The driver lost control at the Francisquito Avenue off-ramp and slammed into a wall.
    — James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 9 Nov. 2026
  • Davis officials said local police did not assist federal immigration agents during Thursday’s operation, although an officer issued a citation to a driver who was honking a car horn near Cowell Boulevard and Lillard Drive.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of driver
Noun
  • The group notes that retinoids, retinol and benzoyl peroxide already increase sensitivity, so adding an exfoliant on top can worsen dryness or trigger breakouts.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 5 Nov. 2026
  • An acceptable component rejected unnecessarily may trigger reinspection, delay production or consume an engineer’s attention.
    — Rajesh Iyengar, Forbes.com, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of trigger
Noun
  • Even seemingly small increases—like switching from 10-pound to 12-pound dumbbells, for example—can provide enough of an effective stimulus to build strength without over-stressing your body.
    — Jenessa Connor, HEALTH, 3 Nov. 2026
  • China’s economy grew faster than expected in the third quarter thanks to the country’s powerful export machine, with domestic consumption still lagging and the authorities showing little interest in fiscal stimulus.
    — Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of stimulus
Noun
  • Attorneys for the estate’s executors did not immediately respond on Tuesday to The Times’ request for comment.
    — Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
  • McClain died in May, leaving Branca as the estate’s remaining executor.
    — Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of executor
Noun
  • The brokerage said South Korea could emerge as a key market for additional capacity in Asia, with operators that secure power, land and long-term customer contracts better positioned to expand.
    — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2026
  • These arrangements form part of Google’s broader effort to secure power for its expanding data center infrastructure while reducing the carbon emissions associated with natural gas generation.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of power
Noun
  • In fact, a natural-resource provider's economic incentive is to minimize demand.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Check whether individual and departmental incentives support the company’s broader objectives or encourage people to optimize at one another’s expense.
    — Dr. Nore Salman, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of incentive

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“Activator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/activator. Accessed 11 Nov. 2026.

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